Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic TS25
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![Nikon Coolpix S5200 front Nikon Coolpix S5200 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S5200/Nikon-S5200-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS25/Panasonic-TS25-front.jpg)
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Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic TS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-156mm (F) lens
- 146g - 98 x 58 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 144g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Announced January 2013
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FT25
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Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic TS25 Overview
Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic TS25, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S5200 (16MP) and the TS25 (16MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The S5200 was announced very close to the TS25 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick overview of how the S5200 grades versus the TS25 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic TS25 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S5200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S5200 Gallery and Panasonic TS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5200 over the Panasonic TS25
S5200 | TS25 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Nikon S5200
TS25 | S5200 |
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Common features in the Nikon S5200 and Panasonic TS25
S5200 | TS25 | |||
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Announced | January 2013 | ![]() | January 2013 | Same generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic TS25 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S5200 comes with external measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Panasonic TS25 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic TS25 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the S5200 versus the TS25.
![Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic TS25 size comparison Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic TS25 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S5200-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS25-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S5200 and TS25 is 95 and 95 respectively.
![Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic TS25 top view buttons comparison Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic TS25 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S5200-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS25-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic TS25 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by checking out technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S5200 and TS25.
As you have seen, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of images but you might want to consider the release date of the cameras into account.
![Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic TS25 sensor size comparison Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic TS25 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S5200-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS25-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic TS25 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic TS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic TS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S5200-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-TS25-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S5200 vs Panasonic TS25 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT25 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Waterproof |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 23 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.40 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | MPEG-4 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 146 gr (0.32 lb) | 144 gr (0.32 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 160 photos | 250 photos |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | - |
Self timer | - | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $130 | $180 |